Swansea winger Jefferson Montero on brink of joining Ecuador side Emelec after leaving Getafe
SWANSEA winger Jefferson Montero is on the brink of joining Ecuador side Emelec – after leaving Getafe.
The Liberty misfit – who is tied to the club until 2020 – has endured a torrid time in La Liga, playing just 54 minutes in four substitute appearances so far this season.
And now he appears close to a move to a side from his home country in the search for regular football.
Montero's move to Emelec is expected to be finalised today.
It is thought only a few small details with the Swans need to be completed, with Getafe saying they are happy for him to sign.
Speaking on Ecuadorian radio, Montero said: "We had some talks with [coach Jose] Bordalais, as it is best to leave.
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"I came to Spain to play and I could not do it. Luckily Getafe is doing very well."
Speaking about a future at Emelec, he said: "It seems that some conversations have been leaked.
"On Monday it will be important so that we can define everything.
"I've talked with my family and everyone about returning.
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"The president is making a great effort."
Said president, Nassib Neme, he confirmed the deal is on the brink of being done.
He said: "Everything is very close, but there are still minimal details with the British club.
"There are agreements completed with the Spanish club [Getafe] and with Jefferson Montero, but still cannot be assured that it is an accomplished signing."
Emelec want the deal done before they must submit their list of players to take part in the Copa Libertadores.
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